When you depart from your vacation property and lock it up for the season, how do you ensure its security? With today’s updated technology, protecting your vacation property remotely is more convenient than it’s ever been.
The most efficient way to secure your vacation home is to get a monitored security system installed. The visible presence of security cameras can often prevent burglary before it happens. Many prospective thieves will skip right over your property when they notice cameras installed on the exterior. But if someone does attempt to break in, today’s security systems use motion detectors that set off security cameras, record everything that happens and let you know instantaneously on your mobile phone, tablet or laptop.
Security systems are also ideal for second-home owners who rent their property to vacationers on popular rental websites such as Airbnb to keep tabs on. It makes it easy to know how renters leave the property.
Strangely enough, most household burglaries are not forced entries; rather, thieves gain access without any effort through unlocked windows and doors. Don’t forget to lock up before you go.
Also, if your extra property appears vacant, it is more likely to be hit. Make sure it looks occupied with the use of a light timer. Today’s timers are not clunky dials like in the past; they are computerized and simple to program. They’re also very affordable. Time the lights to come on at various times to give your winter or summer property a lived-in appearance.
Many police departments offer vacation watch services that can help minimize the chance of any problems. Patrol cruisers will do a drive-by to ensure everything is okay. Don’t forget to suspend your newspaper subscription, postal service, dry-cleaning deliveries, etc., and let your neighbors know that you will be gone for an extended period.
